2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2001 Steyr G-series
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Steyr G-series. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Steyr G-series would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2001 Steyr G-series. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2001 Steyr G-series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Steyr G-series weights approximately 909 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Steyr G-series (560 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (536 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Steyr G-series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2001 Steyr G-series | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Steyr |
| Model | TrailBlazer | G-series |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2410 mm |
